Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake

 

Ingredients

For the crust:

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed cinnamon graham crackers)

¼ cup granulated sugar

½ tsp ground cinnamon

½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the cinnamon swirl filling:

⅔ cup brown sugar, packed

1 ½ tbsp ground cinnamon

¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

2 tbsp all-purpose flour

For the cheesecake filling:

3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

3 large eggs

1 cup sour cream

1 tsp vanilla extract

¼ cup all-purpose flour

For the glaze (optional):

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tbsp milk

½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare the crust:

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).

Mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until combined.

Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and up the sides slightly.

Bake for 8-10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool while preparing the filling.

2. Make the cinnamon swirl filling:

In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, melted butter, and flour.

Stir until well mixed and set aside

3. Prepare the cheesecake batter:

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Mix in the sour cream, vanilla extract, and flour, and beat until fully incorporated.

4. Assemble the cheesecake:

Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust.

Drizzle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter and gently swirl with a knife or toothpick.

Pour the remaining cheesecake batter on top, then drizzle and swirl the remaining cinnamon mixture.

5. Bake:

Place the springform pan in a larger roasting pan and pour hot water around it, about 1 inch deep (this helps prevent cracks).

Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but set around the edges.

Turn off the oven, crack the door slightly, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.

6. Prepare the glaze:

Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Drizzle over the chilled cheesecake before serving.

7. Serve:

Slice and enjoy your c

innamon roll cheesecake with a warm cup of coffee or milk!

Let me know if you need any tips or variations!